Lower Arm: Removal

NOTE: Suspension fasteners are critical parts because they affect performance of vital components and systems and their failure may result in major service expense. New parts must be installed with the same part numbers or equivalent part, if replacement is necessary. Do not use a replacement part of lesser quality or substitute design. Torque values must be used as specified during reassembly to make sure of correct retention of these parts.

Measure the distance from the center of the wheel hub to the lip of the fender with the vehicle in a level, static ground position (curb height).

Fig 1: Measuring Distance From Center Of Wheel Hub To Lip Of Fender
Courtesy of FORD MOTOR CO.
Remove the wheel and tire. For additional information, refer to WHEELS & TIRES .

NOTE: Use the hex-holding feature to prevent the stabilizer bar link stud from turning while removing the nut.

Remove both stabilizer bar link upper nuts and disconnect the links from the wheel knuckle.
- Discard the nuts.
Position a screw-type jackstand under the lower arm.
Remove and discard the lower arm-to-knuckle bolt and nut.

NOTE: Do not remove the lower arm inner bolt at this time.

Loosen the lower arm inner bolt.
Lower the jackstand and remove the spring.
Remove the lower arm inner bolt and lower arm.
- Discard the bolt.